New Accessibility Features Coming to UDOIT

In late February 2025, UDOIT (Universal Design Online Inspection Tool) will introduce new features designed to make it easier to identify and address accessibility issues in Canvas courses. These updates aim to enhance the learning experience for all students by helping instructors create more inclusive and accessible courses.

What’s Changing?

Here are the key updates you’ll notice:

• New Course Accessibility Scorecard
  Each course will feature an accessibility score, with clear guidance on where to focus your efforts to improve accessibility.
• Streamlined Grouping of Issues
  Accessibility issues will now be grouped by type, such as images, links, color contrast, or video captions, making it easier to address related issues.
• Institutional Insights
  Administrators will have access to tools that display overall accessibility scores across all Canvas courses, helping track progress and identify areas for improvement.

Why These Changes Matter

These updates are designed to:

• Save Time: You’ll know exactly where to focus your efforts for the biggest improvements.
• Create Inclusive Learning Environments: By addressing accessibility concerns, you help ensure that every student, regardless of ability, can engage with your course content.
• Support Continuous Improvement: With data-driven insights, you can track your progress in creating more accessible courses.

We’re excited about these enhancements and hope they will make accessibility improvements easier and more impactful for your courses. Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for your continued dedication to creating an inclusive learning environment for all students!